MEMORY OF WORLD WAR II IN POLAND AND GERMANY. DEBATES, MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITIONS

Abstract

This article is an attempt of conducting analysis of main aspects of memory of World War II both in Poland and in Germany between the year 1989/90 and 2014. It also includes an analysis of the process of its development and changes which have taken place in the above mentioned period of time. The article discusses crucial historical debates, museums and exhibitions which deal with World War II. Particular attention was paid to two emerging museums dealing with this subject: the Museum of World War II in Gdansk as well as "A vivid sign against escapes and expulsions" in Berlin.